Nolan School
Keep up to date with Hotelies, hospitality education, and industry at large with these stories and updates from the Nolan School.

Reflections at the close of another outstanding academic year
As I reflect back on the spring semester, there is so much to share and even more to be proud of. There’s no doubt our students continue to amaze us all.

Research Recap: Legal analysis proposes new standards in the age of “Me Too”
David Sherwyn and Paul Wagner discuss what constitutes sexual harassment, identify the problems, and propose a solution that could eradicate, or at least mitigate, the reason for the Me Too movement.

Have African-American chefs finally shattered the glass ceiling?
Alex Susskind, an associate professor in the Hotel School that teaches restaurant management courses, offers his thoughts on the winners of this year’s James Beard Awards and why together they represent a breakthrough for African-American chefs.

Congratulations, Hotel School Class of 2018 graduates!
Graduates of the School of Hotel Administration were celebrated at the Hotel School Graduate Recognition Ceremony and reception on Sunday, May 27, following Cornell’s 150th Commencement. Congratulations to the Class of 2018!

Starbucks is closing all its U.S. stores for diversity training day – experts say that’s not enough
Jamie Perry, assistant professor of human resource management at the Hotel School, provides expert analysis into the importance of reinforcing positive impact on the workforce.

How Grubhub, Uber Eats, and other meal-delivery apps are killing hotel room service
Alex Susskind, associate professor at the Hotel School, offers insight into why meal-delivery apps are increasingly more popular than traditional hotel room service.

Hotel School students and faculty recognized for 2017–2018 accomplishments
Faculty, staff, and students gathered in early May to celebrate the end of a dynamic and productive academic year at the Hotel School.

Hospitality panel discusses sexual harassment, brand evolution
The School of Hotel Administration presented its first Cornell Hospitality Thought Leadership Event focused on sexual harassment and brand evolution.

Cornell alumna: Lifelong learning, leading teams is key to women’s entrepreneurial success
Serial entrepreneur Shelly Porges ’74, MPS ’77, has followed one guiding principle throughout her successful career: If you become a lifelong learner, opportunities will come your way.